Job Description
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales. Federal employees - Excepted service Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria. Clarification from the agency All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. Duties Support the mission of caring for our nation's Veterans at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center! We partner with anesthesiologists to enhance patient safety, streamline perioperative workflows, and reduce administrative burden-so you can focus on delivering exceptional, Veteran-centered care. After your shifts, take a moment to recharge with Oklahoma City's rich cultural offerings-steps from the hospital: Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum : A thoughtful space honoring resilience. Oklahoma City Museum of Art : Home to European and American works, plus breathtaking Chihuly glass. Scissortail Park & Skydance Bridge : A 70-acre urban park complete with trails, gardens, a lake-and the iconic Skydance Pedestrian Bridge. Bricktown Entertainment District : A vibrant canal-side area featuring dining, water taxis, and entertainment! . Discover how our partnership can make a measurable difference-both in the OR and in your quality of life outside the hospital. Let's connect and explore tailored support for the OKC VA team. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. All staff physicians assigned to Anesthesiology Service will meet basic requirements and hold a degree of doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy from a college or university approved by the Administrator; complete an ACGME accredited residency (or equivalent) satisfactory to the Administrator, meet the physical standards as described by the Administrator and will be licensed to practice without restrictions in a state or territory of the United States. All physicians will be board eligible/board certified in Anesthesiology. Each physician will established and maintain professional relationships within Anesthesiology Service, and with other services and facility management which result in improved patient care. Participates in and attends medical center committees as assigned by the Chief of Anesthesiology Service and in his/her absence. Participates in various facility programs designed to enhance and improve the delivery of patient care services, such as Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams, and Lean Teams as assigned by Chief, Medical Service. Initiates and prepares quality improvement proposals in the form provided for in facility policy. Follows such lean project through approval, implementation, final report (including poster/presentation) and maintainance. Demonstrates commitment to high quality customer service, including specific measures identified as performance goals by the Medical Center. Adheres to all information security and privacy measures set by VHA and the Medical Center. Completes all medical record documentation in CPRS within prescribed timeframes. Includes patient/family/significant other/health care provider in establishing realistic, measurable goals related to health education and treatment plan and in planning care on a continuum; assists staff in the process of mutual goal setting Demonstrates skill in implementation of clinical practice guidelines and protocols for patients with complex medical care needs. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to a highly qualified candidate Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must me